Senior Cardiac Public Health Officer
Uganda Heart Institute
Location
Kampala
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
mid
Deadline
November 11, 2026
Category
Other
Job Description
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Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Medicine, Public Health, Nursing Science, physiotherapy, Nutrition or a related field from a recognized institution.
- A master’s degree in Public Health or related field
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement cardiac health promotion and disease prevention programs.
- Facilitate training sessions for healthcare workers and community health promoters on cardiovascular health.
- Conduct periodic assessments to identify gaps in cardiac public health interventions.
- Collect and analyze data to support decision-making and program improvement.
- Collaborate with community leaders to create awareness and improve access to cardiac health services.
- Support the development of communication materials for public health campaigns.
- Conduct field visits to monitor and evaluate ongoing public health activities.
- Assist in preparing quarterly and annual reports on program performance and achievements.
How to Apply
UHI intends to recruit competent people in various departments, to enhance its human resource capacity and support the effective delivery of specialised cardiovascular services. Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under-listed positions. Eligible persons should address their applications including a cover letter, copies of their academic/professional certificates and transcripts, certificates of registration and valid practicing licenses where applicable, curriculum vitae (CV), O. Level Certificates, A. level certificates (where applicable), copy of the National Identity Card and evidence of work experience where required, to the Executive Director, Uganda Heart Institute, P.O. Box 37392, Kampala. Applications can also be hand delivered to Uganda Heart Institute Headquarters, Mulago – Kampala. Online applications should be sent on the UHI official recruitment email [email protected]. Applications which will be submitted or emailed without complete attachments or any applications which will be sent on any other email addresses other than one mentioned above, will not be accepted. Applications both physical and online, must be received not later than 5:00 pm on 11th November 2026.
